The Art of Manliness 7 Journaling Techniques That Can Change Your Life
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Feb 19, 2024 
Campbell Walker, an illustrator, animator, and author of "Your Head is a Houseboat," shares his personal journey with journaling. He reveals how transforming your approach can reignite the practice and make it impactful. Discover the ‘brain dump’ technique to clear your mind and innovative methods to conduct lifestyle audits that inspire accountability. Walker discusses how microjournaling can replace mindless social media scrolling and how becoming a dad shifted his journaling habits, emphasizing the need for consistency in your writing practice.
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Journaling's Origin
- Campbell Walker's journaling journey began during drug withdrawal at his grandparents' house.
- He experienced a panic attack and typed his thoughts into Microsoft Word, finding immense relief.
Mind as a Houseboat
- The mind is like a houseboat navigating life's waters, with different compartments for various functions.
- Journaling acts as a tool for navigating the complexities of adulthood.
Journaling as a 'Shopping Basket'
- Journaling serves as a "shopping basket" for thoughts, collecting and organizing them.
- This allows for identification of problems needing solutions.
